Frank L. Horton Society
In 1965, Frank L. Horton, together with his mother Theo Taliaferro, founded the Museum of Early Southern Decorative Arts. They were passionate about acquiring, conserving, researching and exhibiting important examples of southern craftsmanship.
The Frank L. Horton Society was formed to recognize Friends of MESDA who make a financial gift of $1,000 or more and who share Frank Horton's passion and dedication to the museum. Gifts of $2,500 or more may be designated to support a specific part of MESDA's mission.
Benefits of the Frank L. Horton Society include:
♦ Free admission for two adults to MESDA and The Old Salem Toy Museum (both located in the Frank L. Horton Museum Center)
♦ 10% discount in all Old Salem retail stores, including Winkler Bakery
♦ Old Salem Museums & Gardens Magazine mailed two times annually
♦ Invitations to unique travel opportunities and distinctive programs
♦ Object identification assistance provided by MESDA's expert curators
♦ The opportunity to schedule a private, personalized, curator-led tour of the collection.
